Hampson (surname)

Hampson is a surname of English origin. It is derived from the medieval given name "Hamelin", a diminutive of "Hamo," which itself is of Germanic origin, meaning "home". The suffix "-son" signifies "son of", thus Hampson means "son of Hamelin/Hamo".

The name is most commonly found in northern England, particularly Lancashire. Variations of the name include Hamson, Hamson, and Hampsher.

Notable people with the surname Hampson include:

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The etymology and distribution of the name can be further researched in genealogical databases and historical records.